One day after a judge blocked the mobilization of the Oregon National Guard, the federal government instead activated California National Guard troops. Mayor Keith Wilson responds. “Yesterday, a federal judge blocked the mobilization of Oregon National Guard troops, ruling

BREAKING NEWS: Oregon, California, and Portland have taken legal action to block the unlawful deployment of California National Guard troops to Oregon. Read more about what happened and what’s next.

Late tonight, a federal judge issued a sweeping new order prohibiting the president from deploying National Guard forces—from any state or DC—to Oregon. The president can’t keep playing whack-a-mole w/ different states’ Guard units to get around court orders & the rule of law.

The federal government cannot deploy national guard troops to Portland from California—or anywhere else—a federal judge ruled Sunday night, capping a week of legal tug-of-war between Oregon leaders and President Donald Trump and his administration. At the heart of the case is

Portland City Attorney Robert Taylor today responded to the U.S. Department of Justice, contending that the federal government is "failing its solemn duty" to uphold the rights of all people – "even those with whom the administration disagrees." Taylor sent the letter in

South Waterfront traffic updates: Roads that were temporarily closed near the ICE facility for the visit of U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem yesterday will reopen by this evening. Plus, a one-block stretch of South Bond Avenue is now open to two-way traffic between

The City of Portland has received inquiries about increased helicopters seen and heard south of downtown and in the inner southeast Brooklyn neighborhood. The helicopters are not owned by City of Portland. The aircraft appear to be federally operated, and the noise generated is

If the ICE facility is all you know, you're missing out on the real South Waterfront! Join us to explore this coffee-loving, dog-walking, spaghetti-eating, cancer-curing, river-gazing neighborhood. #Portland #LovePortland #PortlandStrong #SouthWaterfront

For the third consecutive year, Portland has been ranked as one of the top cities in America for its readiness to address gun violence using a public health model. This ranking reinforces the viability of Portland's gun violence reduction strategies, and the significant

Several related efforts are underway along the Willamette River, Columbia River, and Columbia Slough to balance natural resource protection, hazard mitigation, and economic opportunity. Three of these projects are currently accepting public feedback: - Columbia

Curious about City of Portland, OR's Social Housing Study? You can learn more about social housing basics, our progress, and next steps on our website. We will be updating this page regularly with additional information and resources. Stay informed here: portland.gov/phb/social-hou…

The Noise Review Board works to improve neighborhood livability by balancing sound-generating activities related to construction and special events with the desire for livable communities. The board reviews applications for noise variances for events and construction that may

Oregon U.S. District Judge Karin J. Immergut extended the temporary restraining order barring President Donald Trump’s federal deployment of Oregon National Guard troops in Portland for another two weeks. Learn how Portland is standing up for our community at

Last call for public comment! Give feedback on options to regulate the development of CEI hub fuel facilities, and to make facilities safer. Public comment is open until this Friday, Oct. 17th. Learn more and give feedback: portland.gov/bps/planning/c…

Did you feel it? People across the world participated in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill (locally this morning at 10:16 a.m.) Now is the time to review your preparedness plan and learn more about how to prepare at publicalerts.org/earthquakes.

As Portland continues to weather increasing attacks from the federal government, Portland City Council has rallied together to protect Portlanders. Led by Councilor Avalos, Council President Pirtle-Guiney, Council Vice President Koyama Lane, and Councilor Clark, the "Protect

Portland’s Sanctuary City status is now part of City Code. Portland City Council unanimously passed an ordinance prohibiting all City employees and resources from assisting any federal agency with immigration enforcement. The ordinance also requires the creation of policies,